Burger de Chou-Fleur

Burger de Chou-Fleur is a delightful French vegetarian burger that features a savory cauliflower patty, infused with aromatic herbs and spices. This dish is not only delicious but also a healthier alternative to traditional meat burgers, providing a satisfying meal for veggie lovers.

Burger de Chou-Fleur
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
French
325 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cauliflower - 300 grams
  • Chickpea flour - 50 grams
  • Grated cheese (Gruyère or similar) - 50 grams
  • Garlic - 1 clove, minced
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Egg - 1 large
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Burger buns - 2
  • Lettuce leaves - 2
  • Tomato - 1, sliced
  • Pickles - 4 slices

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Cut the cauliflower into florets and steam for about 10 minutes until tender.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, mash the steamed cauliflower with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
  4. Add chickpea flour, grated cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, egg, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the mashed cauliflower. Mix well until combined.
  5. Form the mixture into two patties.
  6. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer the cooked patties to a baking sheet and place in the oven for an additional 5 minutes to ensure they are heated through.
  8. To assemble, place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each burger bun, add the cauliflower patty, top with tomato slices and pickles, then close with the bun top.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy your Burger de Chou-Fleur!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 325
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbs: 38 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in fiber, which aids digestion.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from cauliflower and parsley.

Tags

FrenchVegetarianBurger